Passenger car - BMW 1 Series Cabrio (US model) and BMW 1 Series Coupé (US model).
Passenger car - BMW 1 Series Cabrio (US model) and BMW 1 Series Coupé (US model). was recalled on 23 July 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 1106/10. Fire risk reported by Germany. The product poses a risk of fire because the clearance between the front seatbelt retractor and the sound insulation is too small.
| Alert Number | 1106/10 |
| Brand | BMW |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Fire |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Model Number | Type corresponds to 182 and 1C |
| Published | 23 July 2010 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of fire because the clearance between the front seatbelt retractor and the sound insulation is too small. In a crash of sufficient severity, with deployment of the front seatbelt pre-tensioner and load-limiter it is possible in very exceptional cases that the sound insulation around the front seatbelt retractor could ignite.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary recall from consumers by the manufacturer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
US vehicles manufactured between December 2007 (series launch) and May 2010. Vehicles with a European type-approval are not affected. The US vehicles were sold to members of the US military within Europe.
🔥 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a fire hazard related to Passenger car - BMW 1 Series Cabrio (US model) and BMW 1 Series Coupé (US model)..
About this risk
This product poses a fire risk due to overheating, faulty components, or flammable materials that do not meet safety standards.
Recommended action
Disconnect the product from any power source and stop using it immediately. Do not leave it unattended. Store it away from flammable materials. Contact the retailer for a refund.
Who is at risk?
All household members. Fire risks are especially dangerous for sleeping areas and children's rooms.